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- 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:232, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:232, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
- 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 5.0 V8 GAS, CID:302, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:302, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
- 1993 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:232, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:232, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Type 6 -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 5.0 V8 GAS
When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations the amount of asbestos dust from brake lining wear is at a low level, due to a chemical break down during use and a few precautions will minimize exposure. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent excessive asbestos exposure.
The brake shoe and lining assemblies should be replaced if the lining is worn to...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Adjustments -> CONTINENTAL, COUGAR, MARK VII & THUNDERBIRD -> ESCORT & TRACER -> MARK VII -> MUSTANG -> Parking Brake -> PROBE -> SABLE & TAURUS
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS
MARK VII
Parking Brake
- Fully release parking brake, then place transmission in neutral and support vehicle at rear axle.
- Tighten adjuster nut until levers on calipers just begin to move, then loosen adjuster nut until levers just return to stop position.
- Apply and release parking brake. Check levers on caliper to determine if they are fully returned by attempting to pull lever rearward. If lever moves, the adjustment is too tight and must be readjusted.
CONTINENTAL, COUGAR, MARK VII & THUNDERBIRD
Parking Brake
- Fully release parking brake, then place transmission in neutral and support vehi...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> 1993-94 Cougar, Mark VIII & Thunderbird -> Precautions -> HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID COLOR
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS
HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID COLOR
Hydraulic brake fluid must conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 116. Under this standard, brake fluids are visually different from other automotive fluids such as transmission, power steering and engine.
Fluid color in a normal brake system may vary from its original color for many reasons. A brake master cylinder may show significantly different shades fluid color between the two brake master cylinder reservoirs. Color may also appear to vary between cast steel and die cast aluminum reservoirs. Some reasons for discolorati...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> BRAKE ROUGHNESS
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 3.8 V6 GAS
BRAKE ROUGHNESS
The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To check for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from the edge of the disc. If thickness measurements vary by more t...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> ASPIRE & FESTIVA -> Assemble -> CALIPER OVERHAUL -> CALIPER, REPLACE -> CAPRI -> Disassemble -> ESCORT & TRACER -> EXCEPT ASPIRE, CAPRI, ESCORT, FESTIVA, PROBE & TRACER -> EXCEPT ASPIRE, CAPRI, ESCORT, FESTIVA, PROBE, TEMPO, TOPAZ & TRACER -> Inspection -> Installation -> PROBE -> Removal -> TEMPO & TOPAZ
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 5.0 V8 GAS
CALIPER, REPLACE
The hydraulic system must be depressurized before disconnecting any hydraulic lines or fittings. Depressurize the system by pumping the brake pedal a minimum of 25 times with the ignition switch in the OFF position.
EXCEPT ASPIRE, CAPRI, ESCORT, FESTIVA, PROBE & TRACER
Before removing calipers, mark lefthand and righthand calipers so they can be installed in the same position.
- On 1994 Continental, Sable and Taurus models, turn air suspension service switch off.
- On all models, raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Loosen brake tube fi...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> 1993-94 Cougar, Mark VIII & Thunderbird -> Diagnosis & Testing -> CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES -> Cougar & Thunderbird -> DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE -> Mark VIII -> ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS -> PINPOINT TESTS -> QUICK TESTS -> WARNING LAMP DIAGNOSIS
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 5.0 V8 GAS
WARNING LAMP DIAGNOSIS
The anti-lock brake system uses two warning indicators to alert the driver of malfunctions in the system.
The red "Brake" warning lamp will come on for only two reasons:
- If brake fluid level in master cylinder reservoir falls below level determined by set point of fluid level switch.
- If parking brake is applied.
The amber "Check Anti-Lock Brake" lamp will come on for numerous reasons. It warns the driver the ABS has been turned off due to a symptom existing in the system. Normal power braking remains but the wheels may lock during a panic stop while the warning...
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